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SNAKE PLANT, CAST IRON PLANT, DRAGON TREE AND SPIDER PLANT suggests Echeveria species which are succulents with unique rosette foliage. Their flower spirals have a good Dr. Seuss look. Maybe Jill will let the boys try a Kangaroo Paws plant that has fun golden flowers spires and fuzzy leaves.

Writer / Nancy Craig

With names like Snake Plant and Dragon Tree, no wonder my nephew’s wife, Jill, is not too keen on having these plants in her house. Her sons, Max and Eli, my great nephews, will have to help me convince her to let us try some new houseplants. In addition, Jill My challenge will be to try to grow a Phalaenopsis Moth orchid, says she always kills the houseplants no matter if they are pretty and and I’m also going to add a Dracaena called Janet Craig. A plant have nice names like Lady Palm and Peace Lily. with that name will be family! One way we hope to change her mind is to point out the benefits of having houseplants – they are clean air machines! From research by NASA, several plants were tested to do more than just put oxygen back into the air; they actually clean the air of toxins. The spider plant, Chlorophytum comosum, will be good near their fireplace since it removes carbon monoxide. The snake plant and the cast iron plant are rated top air purifiers, plus both are very easy to grow as are the Dracaenas like the Dragon Tree. One of the top air cleaners is the Areca or butterfly palm, and for Jill, we will try the Lady Palm, Rhapis excels, which is safe for children. Some plants, like the peace lily, Spathiphyllum, are good for the bathroom and kitchen since it removes mold spores from the air, but if eaten in large quantities, it can be poisonous. The Boston fern is said to be the best purifier, but it is hard to keep them alive in our dry heated homes. My niece, Elaine, has kept houseplants that had been her mom’s, and since her mom, my sister Alice, passed away in 1999, the plants are getting some age on them. Plus, her daughters, Lindsey and Lauren, my great nieces, have learned that it does not help the plants to pull them out of their pots. Her plants are Dracaenas which are good air purifiers, but now they have a Dr. Seuss crazy spindly look and need to have their tops cut off. So Elaine, a busy mom of twins, needs new plants that are indestructible. The twins will like the Peperomia plants like P. caperata ‘Ripple’ which has fun wrinkly leaves, and with the common name of radiator plant, they should tolerate questionable upkeep. The challenge is to find houseplants that will look great, are safe for children and easy to take care of! My new favorite book is “The Unexpected Houseplant: 220 Extraordinary Choices for Every Spot in Your Home” by Tovah Martin. Tovah goes beyond boring foliage of the peace lily plants and

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“REBOOT” THE NEW YEAR ON A HEALTHIER NOTE! Writer / Alicia Wettrick

The New Year is upon us! Time to get off the holiday merry-goround and look forward to 2016. Looking back, are you baffled how quickly 2015 slipped away? Were you able to stick to your fitness goals, or did your enthusiasm flameout midyear? As life’s pace picked up, did your health take a back seat? If so, then let’s press pause and ‘reboot’ the New Year on a healthier note with three easy-to-follow and fun-to-execute fitness motivations for 2016.

STEP TWO: TAKE A DIET SELFIE

Write down or snap a pic of what you eat and drink for a couple of days. This is a great way to assess your diet and identify what needs to be modified. You may be shocked. Most of us are not very mindful of what and how much we are eating until we record it.

STEP ONE: “TRIBAL-IZE” YOUR EXERCISE

Many Americans struggle with not eating enough fresh fruits and In ancient times, tribes would collectively practice various activities vegetables. The recommendation is to eat five servings of vegetables such as dancing rituals and hunting skills together. This collective and fruits a day (three cups of vegetables and two cups of fruit). practice physically and mentally strengthened the individual as well as the whole tribe. Participating in a ‘workout tribe’ is relevant today. Too much sugar and flour are a problem. Whole grains are a better selfie partner. The recommendation is three to six servings (a Research has shown when people exercise with others, the brain serving is 1/2 cup or one slice of bread) of whole grains a day such floods itself with chemicals and hormones, such as endorphins and as oats, brown rice, quinoa, couscous, whole wheat pasta, etc. oxytocin. Endorphins are mild opiate neuropeptides that produce a sense of well-being and blocks pain. They are responsible for the We have all heard more protein and fewer carbs help weight loss, “runners high” feeling. Oxytocin is the “love” or “cuddle” hormone maintenance and improved health. More research is showing that and creates a sense of bonding. a diet enriched in plant protein triumphs over a diet focused on Vigorous workouts done alone do release endorphins, but with groups, the endorphin surge is dramatically more. Furthermore, in group settings, oxytocin ‘hugs’ the brain to promote group cohesiveness or sense of belonging. University of Saskatchewan professor Kevin Spink has discovered, “Those who feel a greater sense of ‘groupness’ and cohesion within an exercise class are more punctual, have better attendance and even work harder.”

Goal One: Form a workout tribe!

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Decrease your intake of processed foods. My rule is if not 100 percent, at least 75 percent of your daily diet should come from foods that are naturally grown or raised. If it doesn’t come in a box or can, go for it. Last, make sure you are drinking water and limit juice and soda, including diet soda. Studies have shown people who drink a glass of water before they eat or snack will eat less and lose more weight.

Goal Two: Buy a food journal and stick to it!

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STEP THREE: GET TO THE ART OF THE MATTER

If you want to get healthier this New Year, think art. Probably you do not associate art with health, but it is a powerful motivator and can be an intricate part of balancing your health. Art is the foundation of feeling alive! When you approach your health physically and mentally with an artistic creative mindset, it refreshes or ‘reboots’ yourself out of the healthiness doldrums. The American Journal of Public Health published an article titled “The Connection between Art, Healing and Public Health: A Review of Current Literature.” They reviewed the impact of music, visual arts, movement expression and expressive writing on health and overall well-being. They profoundly concluded: “There is evidence that engagement with artistic activities, either as an observer of the creative efforts of others or as an initiator of one’s own creative efforts, can enhance one’s moods, emotions and other psychological states as well as have a salient impact on important physiological parameters.”

Why is this? Dopamine. Creating or engaging in art releases dopamine in the brain. This is the “feel good” motivating neurotransmitter. It also helps develop new neuron connections which improve the brain’s ability to learn, cope with stress and increase cognitive function. So when you admire or participate in visual arts, dance, music, literature, theater, gardening, home decor, DIY projects, sewing, etc., you are actually growing new neuron pathways. And new pathways protect against mental aging.

Goal Three: Ignite your inner artist! So this New Year, form a workout tribe and try new exercises, be mindful of what you put in your mouth and take in the arts. This is what has inspired me to continue to improve my health the past 30 years. Most importantly, make the time to be healthy in 2016. Happy New Year! Alicia Wettrick is a Family Nurse Practitioner working in OB/GYN for Community Hospital Network. She believes that Greenwood is a great place to lead a healthy lifestyle and raise a family. She is married to Don Wettrick and has three kids, Ava, Anna and Grant. She has been a southsider since childhood and has lived in the Greenwood area since 1998.

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HELPING HAITI Writer & Local Photographer / Jim Eichelman

Poverty is nothing new to Haiti. For decades, the nation that occupies nearly half of the Caribbean island of Hispaniola has been a target for mission groups, both religious and secular, to try and lift the people in Haiti up out of poverty. But January 12, 2010, at 4:53 in the afternoon, the Haitians world was turned upside down. At that time, a magnitude 7.0 earthquake devastated the southern part of the country, killing hundreds of thousands of residents (estimates range from 100,000 to over 300,000) and turning the lives of over three million people into turbulent chaos.

In the six years since the earthquake, much has been done to rebuild and improve the plight of the Haitian people. Thousands from around the world have pitched in with money, resources and their own labor. In fact, many from Johnson County have been involved in aid efforts to date. But much work still remains. Two Johnson County organizations are involved in the fight to improve the lives of the Haitian people. One is established with more than seven years under their belt. The other is still in its infancy.

HEARTS FOR HAITI

Hearts for Haiti is a ministry of the Our

Lady of the Greenwood (OLG) Catholic Parish. Officially begun in 2009, the program creates a partnership relationship between the OLG Parish and the St. Georges Catholic Parish in Bassin-Bleu, located in northwest Haiti. This program not only provides physical and financial support for St. Georges Parish, but it also creates a more long-term relationship between the two parishes. This speaks to the U.S. Catholic Bishops call to â&#x20AC;&#x153;serve the poor and vulnerable and to build bridges of solidarity among peoples of differing races, nations, language and ability, gender and cultureâ&#x20AC;? as well as giving the people of St. Georges Parish hope

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for the future. Chairperson Mike Martin says besides helping the Haitian people in the parish, the ministry is “a partnership in bringing the two parishes together in friendship and support.” The Hearts for Haiti program currently provides only financial support and is focused on elevating education in this poor Caribbean country. The desire is for the funds to be used locally to not only improve education in the area but also generate jobs in the local economy. St. Georges Parish is home to St. Georges College (which is really what we would call middle school and high school – grades 7-12). Also there are four schools in small mountain villages that are part of the Parish and are included in the ministry of Hearts for Haiti. While some of the aid to St. Georges Parish has been focused on “projects” over the

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years (such as improvements and additions to St. Georges College, one-time purchase of laptop computers, funding the expense of a water filtration system, etc.), they also support several ongoing needs. One of these needs is teacher salaries where adequate support allows teachers to stay in the job more permanently, keeping good teachers in their jobs and creating continuity in the education process. Teacher salary funding totals approximately $25,000 each year. Another is funding a lunch program for both the pre-K and college students at a cost of $5,000 which recurs every year. Finally, Hearts for Haiti provides sponsorships for needy students in St. Georges Parish. These sponsorships, approximately $300 per year per student, cover tuition, books, materials, uniforms, etc., for those students who cannot afford it or families who have more than one student

but cannot afford to send multiple children to the school. During the 2014-2015 school year, Hearts for Haiti sponsored 24 students. Hearts for Haiti works to maintain and strengthen the human bond between the two parishes by sending a team of people to Bassin-Bleu each year. Along with meetings with the St. Georges Parish priest to align priorities and smooth out any issues that may arise, the team spends time in worship with the local congregation and visit students in the classroom, letting them know there is a community in the U.S. that cares about them and is actively helping them. All funding for the Hearts for Haiti ministry is through donations, sponsorships and fundraisers. No funds from the parish budget are used to support this ministry.

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Bob McCaslin and Bill Evans review plans for S.H.E.E.P.

The ministry tries to hold several fundraising events each year to attract members of the parish but also reaches out to the community to help support these good works.

S.H.E.E.P

Men for Missions, a ministry of One Mission Society (OMS), is a global group with headquarters in Johnson County that also is involved in Haitian relief. The ministry already has a presence in southern Haiti through Homes for Haiti which has been helping the rebuilding effort for some years. That effort was primarily partnering with Vengione Vital, pastor of an OMSaffiliated church in Port-au-Prince. Now a new opportunity has presented itself to Men for Missions. According to Bill

Evans, Director of Ministry Teams at Men for Missions, the Homes for Haiti ministry was working in the city of Gressier which is just a few miles from the 2010 earthquakes epicenter. The school in Gressier had been destroyed, and the OMS daughter church in Gressier, led by pastor Victor, was heavily damaged. During the work to restore Gressier, the Men for Missions team “fell in love with the children of the area,” described Bill. They felt a strong calling to help these children. Evans feels “the kids are the hope of Haiti,” and OMS wants to invest in them and their education. Pastor Vital and Pastor Victor want families to do all they can to support their children’s education, but there are times when a family needs some assistance. Pastor Victor had worked with a group in Sabetha, Kansas, to start a sponsorship

program which currently sponsors 32 students out of approximately 250 in the school. Around April 2015, the Sabetha group approached OMS, encouraging them to take over the sponsorship ministry. While OMS has a vehicle in northern Haiti for administering and overseeing student sponsorship programs, no such mechanism existed at that time in the south. After much thought, discussion and prayer, OMS decided to move forward with taking over this ministry, dovetailing with Men for Missions’ desire to help Haitian children. S.H.E.E.P. (Southern Haiti Evangelism and Education Program) was born. To get the program off the ground, an administrator was needed at the Greenwood headquarters to champion the program, organize the effort and make periodic visits

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MINISTRIES HEARTS FOR HAITI olghearts4haiti@gmail.com 317-888-2861 OLG Hearts for Haiti c/o Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish 335 S. Meridian St. Greenwood, IN 46143

to Haiti to ensure the program was operating as intended. A financial administrator was also needed in Greenwood to track contributions, manage funds, arrange disbursements and provide fiscal oversight for the program. Evans’ wife Jackie was at a decision point in her career, and OMS management suggested she serve as the administrative head. She is targeted to begin January 2016. Longtime OMS volunteer Bob McCaslin was tapped to serve as the financial administrator and is currently in place. The S.H.E.E.P. ministry is intended to be a financial ministry, supporting students with direct sponsorships. $30 per month will defray the cost of tuition, books, uniforms, lunch, etc., for one student. The sponsor will know which student they are sponsoring and vice versa. In addition to sponsorships, contributors can give to a general fund for the school to be used for special needs of the school. The ministries’ target is to sponsor no more than 20-25 percent of students at a school to avoid creating an environment of dependency. The ministry hopes to start the program supporting two schools and potentially add a third when the 20162017 school year begins.

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Dunham Rubber and Belting 50 YEARS OF PUTTING THE CUSTOMER FIRST

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Writer / Jessica Pflumm . Photographer / Forrest Mellott

n 1965, Tom Dunham started what is now a 50-year success story out of his father’s garage. With just a pickup truck, $1,500 and the desire to start his own business, Tom went the extra mile – several times – and created Dunham Rubber and Belting – one of the longest standing companies based in Greenwood. This success story started earlier in his life. After returning home from college in 1955 to live with his parents, Tom worked at several Shell service stations. Initially, he wanted to own a Shell station. After talking with a co-worker who worked in sales at a local rubber distributor, he was made aware of an opening in their warehouse. He inquired about the position and was hired; however, the owner wanted to make Tom into a salesperson, not keep him in the warehouse. Tom took this opportunity to learn and was immediately put into sales – which then included picking up the phone and cold calling people to ask for their business.

BUSINESS AND PERSONAL LIFE EXPAND

In 1958, Tom was drafted and served in the U.S. Army until 1960. He then resumed his sales efforts in Southern Indiana. About two years later, a friend set him up on a blind date with Patty Crandall. One year later, they were married, and in the next year, they welcomed their first child; a second daughter was born in 1968. Tom was encouraged by a regional representative for the manufacturer to start his own business. He thought about it, and upon encouragement from Patty, he received a loan of $3,500 in

order to purchase rubber products to sell. In May 1965, he turned in notice at his job and started Dunham Rubber and Belting the following month. He started simple with a company logo’d used truck and rubber products in his dad’s garage. He drafted a one-page letter to customers that he knew from his previous job, and many responded. Starting with just a few small orders and ongoing encouragement from his wife, Tom’s business began to blossom. So much so that he moved the business from his father’s garage to a storefront that Patty had found. Many evenings, Patty and their daughter would meet Tom for dinner across the street from the business. He had an answering service during the day while he was out making sales calls, and Patty would check the messages and call them back. “The entire time, the Lord really blessed us,” Patty and Tom said. Many opportunities turned into business, but one stands out. Tom knew of a concrete producer and wanted to meet him try to earn his business. Tom visited his office and was told by an office assistant he had just missed him. He asked what type of vehicle he drove, and upon learning, he swiftly left and raced down the highway, spotted the vehicle and waved him off the road. He introduced himself, told what he had to offer, and years later, he had 100 percent of this man’s business. Tom knew that to own his own business and be successful, he had to take these kinds of risks – and they paid off. At this juncture, there was one employee other than Tom. Mr. Dunham worked 18 hour days, five days a week and sometimes Saturdays too.

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This work ethic carries through to the current state of Dunham Rubber’s business – customer relationships are a top priority. As business continued to grow, Dunham Rubber moved from the small storefront to an office on Madison Avenue. This office consisted of three rooms. About this time, Patty’s sister, Dottie, moved to Indianapolis. She was hired as the office manager at $1.75 per hour. Dottie became like a mom to the various employees over the years. After the location on Madison, Dunham Rubber moved to a larger office on Shelby Street – this time with an overhead door for actual deliveries – and employees were up to four.

THE BUSINESS GROWS

In September 1969, Dunham Rubber moved into a new building on the southside which they eventually purchased. Bob McAllister, who had been instrumental in encouraging Tom to apply for the warehouse job years earlier, came to work for Dunham Rubber. From 1970-1990, Dunham Rubber’s business continued to climb steadily. Tom didn’t spend much time in the office but was out on the road selling. During a sales call in Tampa in the mid-’80s, he decided to open Dunham Rubber in Florida which was open until 1999. He also had regular business in Phoenix, Arizona. During the time Tom owned the business, Dunham Rubber never laid-off an employee when recessions hit. They made financial decisions that impacted some, but no one lost their job, and all employees could continue to provide for their families. As 1999 approached, talking to customers face-to-face became more of a thing of the past. Tom felt his accomplishments were fewer, so he had to think about the future of Dunham Rubber. He sold the company to Patty’s nephew, Tom Crandall, and Galen Knight – both long-time employees. Tom continued his business relationships in Arizona and Florida for a few years and then transferred those accounts to both his son-in-law and another recently promoted employee. In 2012, Tom Crandall made the

decision to sell Dunham Rubber to five different people – one family member and four long-term employees. These five owners still own the company today.

THEIR FAITH TAKES THE LEAD

Over the years, the success of their business was something Tom and Patty never took for granted. They always felt the Lord was watching over them every step of the way. With its success, Tom and Patty wanted to share their success. They met with a financial planner and started The Dunham Family Foundation. Their focus for the foundation was to help support causes that were near and dear to them. Having served on the mission field through their church, support for missionaries became a focus for them, as well as Riley Hospital for Children. In 2008, Tom became a member of Riley Children’s Foundation Society Committee and specifically became more involved with the staff there as well as teamed with them to help support palliative care for families connected with Riley Hospital. Retirement for the Dunhams has included some traveling, continuing to support local and regional investments such as Riley Hospital for Children, Riley Children’s Foundation, Wheeler Mission and mission work in Kentucky, South America and Africa. Thank you to both Tom and Patty Dunham for being such outstanding role models for the community of Greenwood. With the business still going strong, it is a glowing example for others in how to run a successful family business.

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Prior to his most recent success as host of Food Network’s “Chopped” and as a published author of two cookbooks, “The Food You Want To Eat: 100 Smart, Simple Recipes” and “In My Kitchen: 100 Recipes and Discoveries for Passionate Cooks,” Allen earned a degree in psychology at Purdue University, although he had a passion for journalism.

Indy is starting the New Year off with a culinary bang. In just a couple weeks, the Indiana State Fairgrounds will host The Fantastic Food Fest January 16-17. Select vendors, wineries, breweries and restaurants will be featuring their fare and performing cooking demonstrations. Carmel’s own culinary celebrity Ted Allen along with another famed food television personality Hugh Acheson will be in His first job was as a sports writer for the Lafayette Courier Journal. town for this interactive experience for the hard-core foodies. He enrolled at New York University where he completed his master’s degree in journalism. Allen moved to Chicago where he Allen, a 1983 Carmel High School graduate and member of the CHS was eventually offered a position as a reporter for a Chicago-based Alumni Hall of Fame, doesn’t get back to his hometown too often, newspaper. He became a member of the locally renowned group of though his mother is a resident of Carmel near the high school where restaurant critics known as the “Famished Four.” he was raised. He has been a guest speaker at a few local special events over the years. He spoke at the “Creme de la Carmel Fundraiser,” an Allen has also been a contributing writer for Esquire Magazine, art exhibit and silent auction that benefited the Carmel Clay Public contributing articles on the delectable delights in the food and Library in 2012. When approached with the opportunity to be one of wine world. Allen also received the James Beard Media Award in the festival’s headliners, he “jumped at the chance to come home.” May 2012 for his work as the host of Chopped, and the show itself also won for best in-studio television program. His introduction into the world of network television shows and reality TV began with a role on the Bravo TV series “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy” and has appeared on several hit shows since such as “Uncorked: Wine Made Simple” and “Top Chef.” He expressed that his early passion for research and writing plays a role in his current projects and that every job has contributed to where he is today. “Every job that I have ever had is essential to what I do today,” Allen said. “You have to be open to weird opportunities. It is very exciting to do TV. You have to reach a very large audience, and you get paid well.” In his spare time, he enjoys spending a Sunday afternoon with a bottle of wine, a group of his close friends and cooking in the kitchen. When asked about the current trends that he sees prevalent in the culinary world today, Allen responded, “There is a trend in good cooking that is not confined to metropolitan areas like New York City or San Francisco. You can get a great organic burger in more local places, like Noblesville, Indiana. I can remember when it was difficult to find quality ingredients and even olive oil in this area. Now local places like Joe’s Butcher Shop offer grass-fed beef.” Festival-goers can enjoy the ambiance and entertainment, provided in part by Allen and Acheson at the Fantastic Food Fest, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. The festival is sponsored by Indiana Grown, the Indiana State Department of Agriculture’s “buy local” initiative. Tickets cost $15 each. Visit fantasticfoodfest.com or call 317-708-4401. TOWNEPOST NETWORK / JANUARY 2016 / TownePost.com

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The Town of Bargersville will soon have a new town landmark. A Bargersville Founders Fountain will soon be a new fixture to the downtown Bargersville landscape with groundbreaking to begin in spring 2016.

"[Bargersville] has been a forgotten gem, so hopefully this fountain will get this interest going and a little more pride for the town." - Jeff Beck

According to Jeff Beck of the Bargersville Town Council who has spearheaded the project, the fountain will be located at the southwest corner of Main Street and Harriman Avenue, south of Bargersville Town Hall. The purpose of the Founders Fountain Plaza would offer a place for walking, running, biking and other general leisure and activities for Bargersville residents and visitors.

their goal. They are planning on offering a special of 20 bricks for the price of $550 to help boost funds. “I am proud of the fact that there are no tax dollars being used on the project,” said Beck. “Secondly, so far, it’s been a ‘mom and pop’ effort” with the bricks being purchased largely by individuals in the community and not large corporations or companies.

Beck said the support from the community on this project shows the resident’s dedication to enhance the beauty of their town. “It seems like Bargersville has been forgotten,” said Beck. “It has been a forgotten gem, so hopefully this fountain will get this interest going and a little more pride for the town.”

“It’s going to be a focal point for the town, a place where people can walk, ride and rest, visit and just sit and relax,” said Beck.

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The local contracting company, Greenleaf Landscaping, will be working with the town for the design and construction of the fountain plaza. The fountain will honor past and present community residents, town businesses, the Indiana National Your Community Leader For Life Guard and all five Military branches. The design includes three water bubbling boulders, a walking path and sitting areas FUMC is a Continuing Care Retirement Community with a 37 Bed Short Term Rehab Unit. with six stone benches. Each of the stone benches will be engraved to represent either a Military branch or the Indiana Other Living Options Include: National Guard. A Historic Marker will provide a short • Independent Living Homes history of Bargersville.

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DANNEMILLER HARDWARE YES, WE HAVE ONE OF THOSE! Writer / Tia Nielsen . Photographer / Jody Veldkamp

Here is great news for all of you who have wished for a nearby hardware store. Dannemiller True Value Hardware and Service Center is opening at 2991 South Grove Blvd., Bargersville. South Grove Landing, in which the store is located, is the commercial hub on the southeast corner of Whiteland Road and State Road 135. A customer favorite of the previous Dannemiller hardware stores has been offering copious open bins of bolts, nuts, screws and thing-a-ma-jigs. Do you just need one or two for a project? Why buy a whole package? You can find single item bins at Dannemiller! The store moved from its former location on SR135 just south of Main Street in Greenwood to make room for a new Aldi store and to be closer to Dannemiller’s growing customer base. The family-owned hardware store has serviced the Center Grove area for decades. Moving to its third location, the business continues the family tradition of pioneering into an underserved area of White River Township. Co-owner Greg Dannemiller notes customers also like to come for high caliber, premium brand lawnmowers, snowblowers or other power products. The store specializes in higher quality power products, ones that last longer and give better service, names such as Stihl, Eco, Shindaiwa, Simplicity and Ferris.

Speaking of service, the store has trained service personnel to service or repair all brands of power products. You really can find a trusted service mechanic for your snowblower, riding mower, chainsaw or other power tools. Gift cards and a rewards program expect to be added soon for customers’ benefit. Perhaps the best news is that knowledgeable hardware advisors will be within a few minutes drive of your home or office. Writer Tia Nielsen has explored human interest stories for 20 publications. She started out at a bilingual newspaper, despite not knowing more than 50 words in Spanish. She also has served on three nonprofit boards, worked for the Indiana Department of Education, and handled communications and marketing for several organizations. You may reach her at Tia@tiaconnects.com.

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Every year, many of us say, “I’m going to get my financial house in order.” When is the last time you actually did a thorough review of your investments? Are you on track to reach your goals? Many of the big financial firms spend big advertising dollars so you know their name. However, most are located on Indy’s north side or downtown. That makes setting up an investment review meeting time-consuming, inconvenient and frankly a bit overwhelming for area residents. Until now because Hilliard Lyons now has a financial professional who resides in Center Grove. Bryan Epperson, who received his Certified Investment Management Analyst® Certification from the Wharton School (CIMA), spent years at the “well-known firms” where he learned there is more to financial services than name recognition. He knows that personal local service is key. He now focuses on personal financial services for southern metro area residents and his neighbors in Center Grove. Epperson joined Hilliard Lyons in Franklin in 2014. He soon realized Hilliard Lyons is not a household name. It wasn’t long before a prospective client said, “I can’t seem to find anything about Mr. Hilliard or Mr. Lyons,” thinking that it was just a small local firm. In fact, Hilliard Lyons, based in Louisville, Kentucky, has helped clients pursue their goals for more than 160 years.

help.” He offers his services to everyone, young professionals, those nearing retirement and the business owner looking for help with succession planning. Hilliard Lyons provides the tools, resources and experience to help improve retirement or investment situations. Snyder, Epperson and Hilliard Lyons have insights and ideas to help you move from where you are to where you want to go for funding education, retirement and general estate planning. Bryan added, “Unlike some financial services companies, we aren’t mandated to sell specific products. We create individualized, comprehensive financial plans unique to that client.”

“97.7% of respondents stated they were likely to continue investing with Hilliard Lyons," according to a Second Quarter 2015 Client Satisfaction Survey.

Bryan’s concern for helping people goes beyond their finances. He is treasurer of the CG Bantam Football League, a board member of the Franklin Chamber of Commerce and a member of Franklin Rotary Club. He, his wife Khristina and their five children – two daughters and triplet boys – are members of Saints Francis and Claire Catholic Church. Epperson says, “Our team has worked with four generations of Franklin and Johnson County residents. I look forward to bringing personal service to current and future generations of Center Grove residents.”

Bryan joined the team of Lyman Snyder, Chartered Wealth Advisor® (CWA®), who has been managing the wealth of area residents, along with his registered assistant Brenda Mullins, for more than 40 years. Other team members include Allen Johnson, Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), an advisor for 30 years; and the newest addition, Financial Consultant Angela Johnson, with 15 years of experience in financial services. That backing allows Snyder and Epperson to continue to build the premier wealth management service companies in the area. Epperson stated, “People are sometimes reluctant to discuss their financial situation with a professional. They may be afraid of being embarrassed or think they don’t have enough investments for anyone to help them. I say let’s talk and see what we can do to

L-R: Daughters Brooke & Paige; Bryan & Khristina; triplet sons Chase, Reise & Bryce.

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THE JOURNEY

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PEACE FOR THE HEART

Lisa Durst, a certified facilitator of Art4Healing programs through her nonprofit organization, Peace of heART, knows firsthand what it’s like to suffer from life-altering circumstances. Shortly after graduating from Ball State University with a bachelor’s degree in Graphic Arts Management and a minor in Marketing and Advertising, she was a passenger in a head-on car collision that resulted in a fatality in the other car. Lisa remembered everything about the accident, replaying it in her head continually. During her recovery process from a concussion, bruised heart, cracked ribs, compound fracture to her leg and multiple lacerations, she also suffered from the invisible injuries of anxiety and Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome. Almost 20 years later, she is dedicated to helping others process their life-altering experiences through art with the language of color. Usually, her programs are two hours once a week for four weeks but can be customized to individual needs. During the sessions, a series of questions evoke responses using paints, sponges and cotton swabs. Fine art is not expected; rather, abstract art and learning to express the emotions held captive by the soul allows a release that brings peace.

Lisa pursued her career in graphic arts after the physical recovery from her accident which led to positions with advertising and public relations agencies in Indianapolis and Carmel. The high stress of those positions compounded the invisible injuries of her accident which led her to take painting classes and volunteer at Riley Hospital for Children with VSA (Very Special Arts) where she was moved by the effects that art had on her as well as the children. She enrolled in Herron School of Art and then the University of Indianapolis, earning bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Visual Arts Education. After moving from Indianapolis back to her hometown of Franklin in 2002, she began teaching at Isom Elementary School and then Clark-Pleasant Intermediate School where she has been teaching art since 2005. She began with a little less than 300 in her classes and currently teaches 995 children. Moved by compassion for the kids in her classes who face circumstances of divorce, homelessness, family illnesses, abuse, military assignments and even death of friends or family members, she decided to enroll in the Art4Healing program in California. She was the first in Indiana to receive certification in this method in 2012 to work with children, adults and veterans. Since then, she volunteers after school with children who enroll in the program funded through her nonprofit. She has become an advocate for these kids who can’t focus on schoolwork because they are trying to navigate their difficult circumstances. Sometimes these children are acting out their emotions, appearing as problem children when in actuality, expressing themselves rationally may not be possible. Lisa’s goal is to help them express themselves creatively rather than destructively, and her work often involves other therapists or mental health professionals. A project she has created as a means of expression is the “wreck it” journal where they’re encouraged to vent their emotions on pages in a book that may have the instructions of “Stomp on This” or “Poke Holes Here.”

Lisa’s art studio between Franklin and Bargersville in a country setting is another place where she facilitates programs. She also travels to locations. Her studio is home to her nonprofit In some ways, this is similar to art therapy in which therapists guide organization, Peace of heART, formed in 2014. In response to one individuals in their expression but different in that Art4Healing of her students, Emma Stumpf, diagnosed with inoperable brain programs facilitate self-expression where the participant is in charge cancer at the age of seven, Lisa began a major undertaking for her of their own exploration. Art therapy is a legal field of practice and fledgling organization.

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For five years, Emma has been battling valiantly. Lisa asked Emma what her dream was. Emma replied “an art cart for kids at Riley Hospital” because art expression had become so meaningful to her, and she wanted to share that with other kids. Lisa resonated with that and went to work to make this little girl’s dream come true. Through initial rejection of her original idea from hospital authorities due to health regulations, she devised sanitary art bags filled with art supplies – 300 of them purchased through fundraisers selling works of art, clay pendants. The art bags are distributed to the children at the hospital who are facing difficult circumstances. Emma was named 2015 Riley Champion, and since the start of this project, three carts and over 1,500 art kits have been delivered to kids at the hospital. Her work with children and with Emma earned her the coveted ARTI Award for the Arts Educator of the Year in 2014 from the Indianapolis Arts Council bringing recognition to her work. Lisa hopes that someone will step in to fill her shoes with Emma’s Art Cart/Kits at Riley Hospital for Children, releasing her to build additional community relationships.

THE FUTURE

Her organization is on the brink of growth beyond its current capabilities. Although she has had funds and helping hands along the way, her current needs, as with any growing nonprofit, are finances and volunteers. Her continuing efforts in the community need others who believe in the value of these methods. Fortunately, a team from Leadership Johnson County has stepped in to help. Leadership Johnson County is a 10-month program designed to train and strengthens 21st century leadership through knowledge, networking and involvement in a community project. A group headed by Emily Marten from Franklin College chose Peace of heART as their community project and is volunteering to help with some of the needs. The mission of the group is to deliver an art-based program to at-risk youth in Johnson County by bringing awareness to agencies about her programs. They have already been instrumental in initiating programs with the Detention Center for detainees and the Children’s Bureau for foster children. Soon they will initiate a fundraising effort on Facebook through “a heart for kids,” the name of their group. Lisa is currently in the process of documenting the success of her after-school programs with grant writing. Through written responses from participants, not one claimed they didn’t benefit from her program. Rather, most expressed satisfaction through the process. When asked how, a favorite response was from a seventh grader who totally got it: “You paint your feelings.”

Peace of heART programs facilitates the creative process while encouraging emotional healing in order to allow participants to learn the language of art as a means of expression. The goal is to create a safe environment where participants can journey inward and have the confidence to process feelings and emotions. The guided By bringing these kinds of art programs to individuals, it helps exercises are designed to elicit emotional responses helping to release them to understand and process feelings that they might not stress, grief, anger and shame, something that would benefit many. otherwise acknowledge except in detrimental ways. As with any other method, it may not bring total emotional healing for all Lisa wants to become a resource for a variety of community participants, but the peace it brings in the process is undeniable. organizations: schools, foster children and families and juvenile detention centers. She hopes to partner with hospitals, healthcare agencies and therapists to integrate Art4Healing programs and Frieda Dowler is co-owner of The Color Café with husband Bruce. She is a longtime Johnson County resident, freelance writer and provide professional development for healthcare professionals. author. Her third book, “Heaven Bound in a Hollywood World,” was Lisa believes the community at large can greatly benefit by these published earlier this year. Friedadowlerbooks.com programs. Without government funding for these programs, she is also responsible for finding funding. 30 / CENTER GROVE COMMUNITY MAGAZINE / JANUARY 2016 / atCenterGrove.com

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A NEW YEAR: TIPS FOR KEEPING REALISTIC RESOLUTIONS you because when that other person makes you mad, the goal will be given up. Also, goals have to be broken down into steps because you have to feel you will actually be able to do it.”

MAP OUT A PLAN

After choosing a realistic and reasonable goal, a plan must be put into effect. One strategy used by many people is a visual reminder such as a chart to map their progress or even sticky notes with encouraging words printed on them. Another helpful trick is pairing the new behavior with one that is already a habit. For example, someone might place tools needed for both behaviors right next to each other, such as dental floss taped on to the toothpaste tube. It also helps to vocalize the goal to others; this serves to create a commitment to it and may even yield a partner for mutual encouragement. Any scheme should involve removing an item that is to be given up. It is hard to not eat salted caramel ice cream if it is sitting in the freezer! Writer & Photographer / Julie Yates

For many people, ringing in a new year is the perfect time to assess the past and consider what goals they would like to achieve in the future. Unfortunately, often the enthusiastic promises people make to themselves for change seem to fizzle out in a matter of weeks. Instead of having a sense of pride for accomplishing a goal, individuals feel a tinge of guilt when reminded of their abandoned objectives. So how can someone ensure they will be successful in achieving a New Year’s resolution? The key, according to two Greenwood area licensed mental health counselors, is to choose the goal wisely and map out a plan to accomplish it.

Finally, if a setback occurs, don’t give up entirely. Remember, January is not the only time a person can set personal goals. Spring and the coming of warmer weather are also times of new beginnings. If all else fails, look back on what has been accomplished and be grateful. Dobson sums it up by voicing, “Practicing gratitude will pay dividends in relationships professionally, romantically and in one’s self-esteem. These are far greater benefits than just a goal of losing 10 pounds.”

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“New Year’s resolutions are an opportunity to perform personal reflection and set realistic goals to improve in areas we need to grow,” stated Brad Dobson of Southside Pastoral Counseling located at 48 N. Emerson Ave. “However,” he elaborated, “goals need to be small, flexible and important to you personally. An important factor is your level of confidence. You set yourself up for failure if you are not confident.” Janet Storm, who maintains a private practice at 1602 W. Smith Valley Rd., echoes those thoughts. “Too many people make high and mighty goals which they really know are farfetched.” To make a goal that has a chance to be successful, Storm says, “It cannot be something to please someone else. It has to have real meaning for

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Where remembering begins...

CABIN FEVER

How Local Residents Avoid It

Writer & Photographer / Joyce Long

A year ago on January 7, 2015, Central Indiana featured a high temperature of 12 degrees with a negative 6 as the low. January 7, 2014, the temperature was 8 degrees Fahrenheit with the low at negative 8. Eleven inches of snow kept life interesting. Think there’s a pattern here? Add the fact an Indiana January averages only six sunny days, and you begin to see how cabin fever may affect even the hardiest of Hoosiers. How do non-snowbirds deal with cabin fever? Local resident Ken Ritter is pursuing a fresh challenge by taking art classes at Franklin College — totally different from his career as a senior environmental supervisor for Indiana’s Department of Environmental Management. “Art is something I’ve always wanted to do. When I was a child, I liked to draw. I’ve never had an opportunity to fit in an art class with my college degrees of Wildlife Biology [Purdue] and Public Administration [IUPUI]. Now with being a senior, classes at Franklin College are offered at a reasonable cost to local residents,” said Ritter. Art has also factored into their family life as 35-year-old son Justin majored in art and now is a professional graphic artist.

Ken Ritter

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SHARED INTERESTS

Ritter’s wife Jan, a retired IU Health microbiologist, has furthered her love for gardening and become active in the Johnson County Garden Club. The monthly meetings at the Purdue Extension Office at the Johnson County Fairgrounds, along with serving on the program and Garden Celebration publicity committees, keep her busy. Also both Ken and Jan plan to take Master Gardener classes this month. Others seek ways to socialize their hobbies with friends. Local winery Mallow Run offers a Sip and Stitch session on the first Wednesday evening of the month, 6:30-8:30 p.m. While enjoying a glass of wine and the warm fire, friends visit while working on their crochet and knitting projects. Mallow Run employee Aileen Jackson facilitates a special project encouraging stitchers to make cozy blankets and hats for NICU babies at Franciscan St. Francis Health South. Book clubs also provide an opportunity for area residents to share ideas and opinions about that month’s selection. Center Grove Community Magazine’s garden columnist Nancy Craig leads one that meets the third Thursday morning of each month. Becky Horton, retired from Duke Energy as their customer service manager, leads a monthly book discussion group.

Mallow Run - Jan Ritter, Pam Long, Cindy Roberts & Karen Bradford

Mallow Run - Kim Walls & Aileen Jackson

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Local residents Cindy Roberts, Becky Kaiser, Lesta Taylor, Kathy Buckingham, Cindy Bishop, Sue Reinhard, Marsha Osborne and Karen Bradford also discuss bestsellers once a month. This group, self-described as “Desperate Retirees of Johnson County,” plans hikes, road trips and often hangs out together. “One of my favorite winter activities is meeting my girlfriends at Strange Brew,” said Roberts.

PROJECTS AND MORE

Others cocoon by diving into home improvement projects. My husband Al and I clean out closets and drawers. If really motivated, we’ll repaint rooms. A few years ago just after the 6 p.m. weather report, we made a mad rush to Home Depot and bought paint for the kitchen. As we left the store, it had begun sleeting. The resulting ice storm brought a freshly decorated kitchen. Recently Bill and Cathie Geiger chose to replace all the 25-yearold carpets in their ranch-style home. A two-week undertaking consumed their energy yet gave ample time for their grandsons to have sleepovers on the king-sized bed temporarily shifted to their family room. Each Thursday morning at 6:30 a.m., a group of men meets at the Four Seasons for breakfast and Bible Study. Larry Johnson, Dave Guthrie, Bob Gerlach, Don Vandoski, John Eckart, Dan Lucas and Al Long study a variety of topics and Scripture.

Cathie & Bill Geiger

Keeping the mind active helps many overcome dreary days and indoor confinement. Local resident Mary Hershberger, besides being an active volunteer for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), uses games like Peak and Candy Crush to stay mentally alert. Becky Horton enjoys working puzzles with her grandchildren and teaching them to sew. Reading also helps stimulate thought. “I like to cuddle up with an afghan and a good book by the fire. I don’t mind cocooning during winter,” added Becky Kaiser. L-R: Dave Guthrie, Don Vandoski, Al Long, John Eckart, Bob Gerlach, Larry Johnson & Dan Lucas

When the wind chill smacks hard and snow begins to stack, know you are not alone in looking for ways to avoid cabin fever. Sometimes a quick phone call to a friend or family member who lives in better weather can cheer you up. Or not! Working out at the gym, going to movies and binge-watching favorite TV shows also made the winter survival list. But if all else fails, you can always mimic the Texan family who became a YouTube sensation last February by dancing to “Uptown Funk” (bit.ly/youtube_uptownfunk).

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CGHS FRONT ROW

A NEW HARD COURT ERA

Writer / Leigh Lawson . Photographer / Ierlynn Carroll

There has been a recent change on the hard court of Center Grove High School basketball. 2015-2016 marks the second season under the leadership of Coach Zach Hahn. Hahn’s goals for the men’s basketball program extend past the high school team to the growth of the Center Grove basketball community.

Brown family: Scott, Laurie, Brady, Brittany, Bryce & Brooklyn

Hahn immediately dove into his new role at CGHS with success that stirred much excitement among the team, basketball families and the community, which included winning the Johnson County Championship in his first season. He has only just begun.

He is very committed to putting CG basketball back on the map.”

The basketball parents appreciate the excitement that Hahn is bringing to CGHS basketball. The mother of senior Bryce Brown, Laurie Brown has a long history of involvement with CGHS basketball. In the 1980s, Brown was a CGHS cheerleader, while her future husband Scott played on the team. Their older children are former players, and younger daughter is an up-andcoming player as well.

Brown believes that the transition from the Coach Hawkins era to Coach Hahn’s went very smoothly. They kept many of the beloved, old traditions of the team and began to build new traditions. One time-honored tradition is the Thursday night dinners at different team members’ homes. The evening provides team bonding with more than breaking bread. The team unwinds with pool, Ping-Pong, other games and just having fun.

Brown knows CG basketball and is hopeful for its future with Coach Hahn. Brown states, “Coach Hahn has brought an entirely new feeling for CG basketball, new enthusiasm, reaching out to the community and parents.

This was formerly for the varsity team, but the tradition expanded to include the junior varsity team which has been successful to build team community. Brown mentioned another new tradition that Hahn began during his inaugural season with a team Christmas party which all enjoyed. The party is one facet of building a strong basketball community. Coach Hahn is not just starting the community building for the players and families of his high school team but is looking to build it within the entire Center Grove community. Hahn and the basketball families hope to get student involvement, from elementary to high school, boosted for game attendance. Brown hopes that their efforts will fill the stands of the entire Vandermeer gym.

Senior parent Scott Brown on the CGHS men’s basketball team in 1982.

The basketball families and Hahn created a booster club specific to the team. The Hardwood Club helps with fundraising to offset the expenses that all sports face. It functions as a way to support the team and

increase community involvement. The hope is that the efforts of the current families through the club will leave a lasting legacy for the program. Hahn expresses his appreciation for how the parents have welcomed and supported him through the transition. “The transition has been easy because of the great people surrounding Center Grove athletics. From the administration to fellow teachers and parents, everyone is working toward the common goal of making Center Grove basketball a success both on and off the court.” As Brown finishes the last season with a son on the basketball team, she does offer advice that will help continue what has just begun in the new era under Hahn. She knows that parental involvement takes the pressure off Hahn and his coaching staff, so they may concentrate on coaching and preparing the team. “My biggest advice to freshman parents is to get involved,” Brown shares. “These four years will go by so fast. Enjoy every minute of your sons’ journey! Be prepared for ups and downs, but in the end, just try to keep it all in perspective. Love and support your son and enjoy the ride.” Sound advice for any parent. Leigh and her husband, Mike, have called Center Grove their home for 14 years. They chose Center Grove as the ideal place to raise their two children, Eric and Julia. She is an active member of Mount Pleasant Christian Church where she writes an online Bible study.

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THE INDIANA CONFERENCE FOR WOMEN Writer / Kara Reibel

Billie Dragoo and Deborah Collins Stephens created the Indiana Conference for Women (ICW) to create a platform for women to connect, engage, discover, get inspired and innovate. Dragoo was named one of the top 10 women entrepreneurs in our nation by Fortune Magazine. She was a winner of the Ernst and Young Entrepreneur’s Award, former national Chairwoman and CEO of NAWBO and her firm Repucare was recently cited as one of the fastest growing in the nation. Collins Stephens is a best-selling author of six books. As an executive coach and leadership development expert, she has worked with CEOs and entrepreneurs across the nation. It was their vision that brought this conference to life four years ago. The list of speakers is a “Who’s Who” of national and state leaders, business owners, authors and top executives who shared their stories and experiences. Here are comments and quotes overheard at the event: Leadership Lessons presented by Dragoo and Collins Stephens: “To be outstanding, get comfortable with being uncomfortable.” “Your life is your message to the world. Make sure it’s inspiring.” “Only dead fish go with the flow! You don’t get into something to test the waters; you go into things to make waves!” “Worrying is literally betting against yourself.”

Panelists: Melina Kennedy, Sallie Krawcheck, Beth BrookeMarciniak and Andrea Morehead

“Don’t wait for opportunity to find you. Go out and create it!” “Seek to be worth knowing rather than being well known.” Master of Ceremonies Gerry Dick says, “The Indiana Conference for Women has become one of those rare events that both empowers and inspires. It is an extraordinary experience.” “It’s all about women supporting women,” says WTHR13 Anchor Andrea Morehead. Sallie Krawcheck, Founder of Ellevest and former Wall Street Analyst, says she has interrupted a lot of group discussions by walking into a room filled mostly with men, and “never once was I told that I’d interrupted a conversation of how they could increase diversity within the company.” “Cummins relies on innovation,” says Melina Kennedy, GM of Global Rail and Defense for Cummins. “We achieve this successfully because of the diversity in our company.” “Girl, you’ve been given gifts. Use them. You will fall on your face, but you will get back up,” said Beth Brooke-Marciniak’s father to her as a young girl. “Take your success and figure out how you can positively impact the world with these gifts.”

is a complete sentence. Ireland says, “Our failures should not define us, but neither should our successes.” “Crises come up,” says Ireland. “You don’t break down. You break through.” The day included the Dolphin Tank where six female startup companies pitched their business. Advice: branding is critical. You must have a compelling story. “We are all dolphins in this room. Dolphins work in a gam which is their family and are sensitive to other species in trouble,” shared Dolphin Tank moderator Amy Millman, CEO of Springboard Enterprises. Aimee Kandrac, Founder of What Friends Do, who pitched in the 2014 Dolphin Tank, says, “The connections, advice and confidence I gained from the safe pitching environment like the Dolphin Tank allowed me to secure $500,000 in funding and gain experience to share with the next generation of female entrepreneurs.” “You can’t make change if you are not at the table,” says Brooke-Marciniak, Global Vice Chair of Public Policy for Ernst & Young. “So be courageous enough not to be removed from the table.” It’s time to Lean In.

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ONU emphasizes that anyone who is in the nursing profession has the power to help people heal while fulfilling the potential within oneself. Through ONU’s School of Graduate and Continuing Studies, the Nursing programs are designed to provide the skills and knowledge to help nurses do just that. ONU’s School of Graduate and Continuing Studies is committed to providing the kind of education and skill development necessary to meet the demands of today’s educational environment. Their programs are relevant, current and accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education. ONU provides master’s degree and certificate programs in several areas to help existing teachers sharpen their skills and advance their careers. This university also offers an online Master of Engineering Management (MEM) degree, a technical alternative to the traditional MBA, that prepares graduates for careers managing systems, processes, procedures, organizations and business. “We are now offering a dual admissions initiative through our ‘Pursue ONU’ initiative,” stated Jen Owen, Associate Director of Marketing stated. “It gives students the opportunity to be simultaneously admitted to Olivet Nazarene University and a participating community college. The goal is to create a seamless and successful transition to transfer students intending to complete their baccalaureate degree at ONU.” For more information about Olivet Nazarene University and their 2016 registrations, visit graduate.olivet.edu. TownePost.com / JANUARY 2016 / TOWNEPOST NETWORK

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Brrrr. The season of nasty winter weather is upon us. Snow, ice, sleet, wind, bitter cold, freezing rain … central Indiana has it all. It makes travel and commuting a frustrating and dangerous affair. Decisions routinely must be made about closing facilities or canceling events. At the top of the list of those who must make these decisions are schools who must decide (often with limited information and little warning) whether it is in the best interest of the students to attend school or not.

handle a variety of road conditions, including snow and ice, and the drivers are well trained. However, students who ride the bus may find themselves having to walk in the street to get to the bus stop, due to plowed snow and uncleared sidewalks blocking their path, so this must be considered. Middle school age students are also a concern. Middle school is where students “begin to think of coats as a suggestion,” jokes Dr. Arkanoff. But students being appropriately dressed to wait for a bus in bitter cold weather is a serious concern. Finally, most high school students drive to school, and many of them are first-time drivers. They may lack experience driving on snow and ice, so a school closure or delay decision can make a difference in whether a young driver is placed in a dangerous driving situation.

DECISION NEEDS TO BE MADE EARLY

When a decision is made to close or delay the opening of school, parents may well find themselves in a dilemma. Many do not have the luxury of taking an unplanned day off (often without pay) or working from home. A decision to close or delay can force a very difficult decision on parents.

Extracurricular activities must also be factored into decisions. Many sports and clubs meet before school hours. This can force decisions IT’S ABOUT THE KIDS to be made quite early, perhaps with data that is not as timely as it At the Center Grove School Corporation, the decision process could be, in order to get word to these students. The swim team is a starts as soon as school officials become aware of predicted great example of a group that must get early notice. If not notified of bad weather. When asked what criteria are used to determine closure or delay by a little after 5 a.m., the swimmers may already be if school should be canceled or delayed, Dr. Richard Arkanoff, superintendent, indicates “first and foremost, the safety of our kids.” on their way to practice. So Dr. Arkanoff says, “My first call is always to the swim coach.” Included in that concern is the safety of staff that must make Assistant Superintendent Dr. Bill Long and Director of Operations the trek into their jobs. A second consideration is the impact Rick Pederson and their teams use sources such as Weather.com, that closure or delay has on parents. Finally, the administration The Weather Channel and the National Weather Service to gather must consider the impact of missing a day of instruction. “Those information about the predicted course of weather events. Local law are probably the big things that run through my head,” says Dr. enforcement and the county highway department are also sources Arkanoff. of data about current and predicted road conditions. Operations The Superintendent believes that buses are probably the safest way staff and administrators also begin as early as 4 a.m. to drive local roads themselves in order to assess local road conditions. to get to school. They are constantly maintained and equipped to

The Superintendent participates in a conference call (at approximately 5 a.m.) with all other superintendents in the county to compare information and discuss how different districts are planning on handling the weather event. Finally, the Operations Director and Assistant Superintendent make a consensus recommendation to Dr. Arkanoff, and the decision to close, delay or remain open rests with him.

ONE SIZE DOES NOT FIT ALL

One topic discussed among parents is the apparent discrepancy between different school systems. For example, Greenwood schools may hold classes as normal, but Center Grove delays two hours or closes for the day. Many factors such as geography, population density and miles of roadway to be cleared can drive different decisions between systems that are primarily in-city and others with more rural roadways and geography. Each district makes the decision that is best for them, but all systems are aware of the data driving the decisions of the rest. Center Grove uses the School Messenger System to communicate delay and closure information using contact preferences recorded in the Skyward system. The school’s social media channels, website and local TV and radio stations are also notified. By the time this article prints, CG will also be using a new system with its own smartphone app that will provide closure information as well as things such as the real-time location of buses on their routes and estimated bus arrival time at their specific bus stop. Check school notifications about the use of this app. So rest assured, when the wind blows and the snow falls, Center Grove school administrators are working hard to make the best decision for your children.

CENTER GROVE SCHOOLS PROVIDE CLOSURE AND DELAY INFORMATION USING THE SCHOOL MESSENGER SYSTEM AS WELL AS THE FOLLOWING MEDIA:

Local Television • WTTV 4 • WRTV 6 • WISH 8 • WTHR 13 • WXIN 59

Social Media • CG  @center_grove

Local Radio

• CG  /CGSchools

• WCBK-FM, Martinsville

• centergrove.k12.in.us

• WFIU-FM, Bloomington

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Writer / Tonja Talley . Photographer / Chris Williams

falls on the shoulders of the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS), the “Her original lungs fell apart in my hands — organization contracted by the U.S. federal they were finished,” Dr. John Fehrenbacher government to operate the nation’s organ told my husband Emet after my transplant donation system. surgery. One of 58 designated organ recovery Lying in recovery, my mind slowly crawled organizations around the U.S., Indiana out of the anesthetic fog. I was alive! The Donor Network (IDN) works closely lungs, which had blessed me with breath for with Indiana hospitals, donor families and 40 years, were no longer fighting the cystic UNOS. Both these organizations say one fibrosis (CF) that had lived within them. tissue donor can also enhance the lives The old lungs were surgically replaced with of more than 50 people. Skin grafts help new ones through a bilateral lung transplant heal burn and wound patients. Corneal given by a stranger. transplants restore sight. Bone grafts and tendons help trauma or cancer patients. Before the eight-hour surgery, I could only breathe at 27 percent capacity. The lungs “The surgical need for tissue is rising,” infested with disease labored so violently, I said Brenda Johnson, IDN Community could trace their shape underneath my skin. Relations Coordinator. “Statistics show Many times, the force of the coughing and more than one million tissue transplants gasping would lead to hemorrhaging, all happened last year.” for the sake of one breath. After awakening from the surgery, I immediately realized my According to the IDN, one donor can save new lungs let me breathe with an ease I had as many as eight lives. One person’s final act never experienced. There was no sense of of kindness can give hope to patients with urgency with this breathing – just a deep, life-threatening heart, lung or liver diseases, calm rhythm. My breathing capacity? 104 insulin-dependent diabetes, severe kidney percent. failure or intestinal malformations. Christmas 2000 brought strong emotions within me. I knew my body could not last much longer. Watching our then 5-yearold daughter excitedly unwrap her gifts, I wondered would I be here next year to see the growth in our happy child? Twenty-four days later, I got the call at 2:30 a.m. The transplant took place January 18, 2001, 15 years ago this month. Since that time, God has blessed me with many special times. For example, I no longer gasp for air to swim, walk, bike, hike or climb. God has given me extra time to enjoy the simple pleasures, such as having lunch with friends, watching a beautiful sunset with Emet or rejoicing over our daughter’s college journey.

Did you know 1,408 people are awaiting some kind of transplant in Indiana, including 50 people from Johnson County?

According to his mother Susan Zanzalari, Joey continued to lose ground as his organs slowly started shutting down. After the brain test proved no reaction in the stem cell, doctors told the Zanzalaris that Joey was brain-dead. Realizing the inevitable, Susan and her husband Ken made the decision to donate any of Joey’s viable organs for transplantation. “There was no question in our minds. If it would save another person’s life, we wanted to do it,” said Susan. “Because of the condition of Joey’s organs, the only organ we could donate happened to be his heart. To me, it was the best donation ever because Joey had such a big heart personality-wise.” A child in New York received Joey’s loving heart.

FACTS

Anyone, including children, can register to be a donor, regardless of age or medical history. Physicians will determine what donations are available to help others. It is important to share your donation decision with your family.

Joey Zanzalari

ORGAN NETWORK

January 18 is a celebration of life day for my family. A celebration that includes the life of a young man from Illinois, only known as my donor. The matching of donors to those waiting for a life-saving organ transplant

adored him. A special needs boy, seizures periodically struck his body. On December 4, 1998, at the age of seven, Joey suffered a severe four-hour seizure. Transported by ambulance to Riley Hospital for Children, the next four days proved the extent of oxygen deprivation to Joey’s brain.

A LOVING HEART

A Center Grove youth, Joey Zanzalari loved to play on his swing set. He had a wonderful heart, and people who knew him

Many myths surround the transplant program. Advocates, medical professionals and IDN employees work hard every year to focus on the facts and break the myths. As an advocate, I will answer the big questions I have been asked. • All major religions in the United States support donation and view it as a final act of love and generosity.

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Climbing for the first time with new lungs. Banff, Canada

• The first priority of medical professionals is to save their patient’s life. An individual’s donation status does not affect their medical care. • Donation does not become an option until death has been declared. • There is no cost to the donor or their family for organ, cornea and tissue donation. Transplantation can be bittersweet. Many donor families have told me how their loved one’s death was the worst day of their life, yet they feel at peace knowing their loved one lives on, leaving an incredible legacy. I am appreciative beyond measure with the gift of my two lungs from my donor. The

First transplant anniversary cake; daughter made lungs topping. Jan. 2002

surgeon’s statement reminds my family and me daily of life’s fragility. How can I show my gratitude? The only way I know to honor him is living each day abundantly and thanking God, our Creator, for the ultimate gift of life.

Tonja Talley has called Center Grove home since 1993. A bi-lateral lung transplant survivor, Tonja speaks on behalf of the Indiana Donor Network. She also volunteers for Nimble Thimble, byTavi, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, and church. In her free time, Tonja delights in sewing, reading, and exploring new places.

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large quilt sat taut in an old quilting frame. The beautiful quilt consisted of three layers: the quilt top, batting and backing. Construction of the quilt’s top utilized many blocked squares individually created by members of the Nimble Thimble of Johnson County. The design on each square stayed the same while the color palette reflected the individual quilter’s unique style. Positioned on each side of the frame, members hand quilted the three layers together. Why do these members do it by hand? “Tradition,” said Nimble Thimble member Diana Etter. “We enjoy passing along our ancestors’ sewing skills to future generations.”

GENESIS OF NIMBLE THIMBLE

In 1988, seven women desired to use their passion of sewing to give back to Johnson County. According to club president Donna McElwain, few sewing clubs around the nation participate in philanthropic projects like the Nimble Thimble. She said this aspiration to help others draws

many sewers and quilters to the group still today. “For me, quilting is like putting a puzzle together. It soothes me.”

MAKING FOR OTHERS

The group encourages our future generation to embrace sewing as a form of selfexpression. Through proceeds from many quilt raffles, the club donated sewing machines, sewing supplies, fabric and cash donations to Johnson County’s Family and Consumer Science (FACS) classes in 2015. Franklin Community’s FACS teacher Barbara Torrey was one of these classroom recipients. In cooperation with the American Sewing Guild Indy, Torrey utilized her items as a community service project for teens. The 63 students from six area schools gathered October 31 to cut, sew and iron 517 Christmas stockings for Indiana troops and military families overseas. “All the students—including three foreign exchange students from Italy, Brazil and Germany—enjoyed the stocking workshop. Knowing it was Halloween, we dressed in costumes and had a great time making for others,” said Torrey.

ACTIVITIES

Looking at the club’s monthly activities may make some dizzy, but the 90-member Nimble Thimble club willingly undertakes each project with gusto and teamwork. Many clubs expect a member to participate in a certain number of activities. “With the Nimble Thimble, you are welcome to do as little or as much as you want. With my sometimes hectic schedule, I appreciate their consideration of my time. As a newer member, the group has been so nice to teach me easier techniques for some projects,” said Center Grove resident Cheryl Stiemert. The group holds monthly meetings at the Johnson County Extension Office on the first Friday of each month. Going to a meeting can be exhilarating for a person enthusiastic about sewing or quilting. Stepping into the room, creativity captures the senses. Meeting days consist of old and new business, along with new project signups, show-and-tell and sewing or quilting technique demonstrations. The inspiration gained from these meetings spills over into the individual’s home sewing rooms or at the all-day sewing events.

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On all-day sewing events, members come and go as their schedules allow. Members and various projects fill the room. On any given workday, several members created prayer shawls for donor families of the Indiana Donor Network while some members stack 56 lap quilts for a few hospice centers. On another workday, groups huddled at cutting, sewing and ironing stations designing book bags for First Step preschoolers from Head Start — 156 bags total.

the Nimble Thimble members will continue weaving threads throughout the county. For more information on the Nimble Thimble, please contact club president Donna McElwain at 317-862-5709 or dmcelwain@yahoo.com.

Tonja Talley has called Center Grove home since 1993. An 11-year bi-lateral lung transplant survivor, Tonja enjoys speaking on behalf of the Indiana Organ Procurement Organization. She also volunteers for the CF Foundation, byTavi and her church.

At even another workday in 2015, the group found themselves “in stitches” over a conversation they enjoyed while making soft flannel blankets for the preemies of the St. Francis Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Member Laura Bushong, a St. Francis NICU nurse, explained, “The time in the NICU can be hard on parents. It is nice to be able to brighten their days and circumstances with our colorful baby blankets.” This past November, a few members spoke on the involvement of quilts through the ages. According to member Phyllis Reynolds, quilts in some way tell about our nation’s history. For instance, the famous log cabin quilts became popular during Lincoln’s presidential campaign. In the lean times of the Depression, Reynolds explained how towels, dresses and quilts utilized feed sacks as their fabric. “During this time, feed sack companies printed their sacks with designs on them. Many times, the selected feed for the animals had more to do with the color of the sack than the choice of grain, depending on what would be made from the sack.” Today, quilts remain a necessity for warmth, but the designs are more a work of art. Nevertheless, no matter what may be constructed, atCenterGrove.com / JANUARY 2016 / CENTER GROVE COMMUNITY MAGAZINE / 49

THE 317 SERIES

BACK IN ACTION FOR 2016

community. “We also had a blast last May at the Greenwood Park Mall’s Barnes and Noble store where we brought a full day of ensemble performances by our musicians and children’s programming to the store. More than 500 people came and visited with us.”

Di Santo also reflects on her experience from last year’s season. “We were greeted so Writer / Johnette Cruz enthusiastically with a great turnout at the Photographer / Tom Russo, ISO concerts and by the community of corporate sponsors, partners and businesses,” says The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra (ISO) is back this year for a second round of Di Santo. “Patrons enjoyed the classical their 317 Series! Launched in 2015, the 317 programming! Eight of our musicians Series brings the ISO concerts and programs worked more than 25 hours alongside students’ musicians at Center Grove High to communities and schools surrounding School as part of its thriving orchestra Indianapolis, including Hendricks County and the Greater Greenwood areas. Between program. That’s one of the best results of our community collaboration – inspiring the stops at Mount Pleasant Christian Church next generation of music-lovers.” and Center Grove High School, over 1,000 people enjoyed the ISO performances in the So what’s new for 2016? The ISO will be Center Grove area. back for three different performances: one each at Mount Pleasant Christian Church Jessica Di Santo, ISO Director of Communications, gave us insight on another and Center Grove High School, and new to the lineup is an outdoor performance performance that took place within in the

at Mallow Run Winery. Also new is a pre-concert experience called “Words on Music.” Assistant Conductor Vince Lee will be hosting informal, fun “chats” before each concert to better engage audiences with what the ISO will be performing. Di Santo and her team have learned a lot from the ISO branching out into different areas. “We have truly discovered that there are so many people we’ve reached in Greater Greenwood that have never been downtown to hear an ISO performance, and they were deeply grateful for the opportunity in ‘their own backyard.’ Recordings and CDs are wonderful, but there is no better way to experience the power of classical music than by a live, symphony experience,” explains Di Santo. None of this could be possible without the help of some partnerships that have come alongside the ISO to help promote and execute this initiative. Di Santo reveals that the series was strengthened immensely in choosing Center Grove High School, Mount

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Pleasant Christian Church and Mallow Run Winery. “All three venues can fit us in, schedule us at the right time and enhance the experience with activities,” adds Di Santo. “In addition, we’ve developed an outstanding partnership with the Greenwood Arts Council. The Arts Council hosted two successful free events for us last year for its business partners and community.” The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra is looking forward to building on the momentum of last season to reach even more people in the community. To see full details and view more information about the 317 Series, go to indianapolissymphony.org/ season/317-series. Johnette is a Multi-Media Professional with experience in TV, radio, ministry and non-profit organizations. She is currently the Communications Director at Mount Pleasant Christian Church and is the Midday On-air Radio Personality at Shine.FM.

ART ON THE TRAILWAY TO BE UPDATED IN 2016 WHAT

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WHEN

If you are interested in having your work displayed on the trail, now is the time to submit your work. Decisions will be made by the end of January.

HOW

Contact the Greater Greenwood Arts Council, online at GreenwoodArts.org or send an email to info@greenwoodarts.org.

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Hidden in the puzzle are the names of some of the constellations. They are listed below and may appear in any direction in a straight line.

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In the last month or so, I have come across a group of shows revolving around living in tiny spaces. The first one I found is like House Hunters but on a much smaller scale. Another one is more about the building of a tiny home and the process of downsizing. I can’t help but be intrigued by these small spaces. The ability to live more simply and have just what you need and nothing more seems like a good way to live. It has made me think that I need to start cleaning out the armoire and closets in our home. It may seem crazy, but it will only be a short 4 ½ years before our youngest is out of the house. It will be here before I know it. My husband and I discuss what our life will be like after the boys are off to college and starting their own lives.

enjoy the process. A smaller house would be much easier to take care of. The other thought I have about tiny homes is a second vacation spot in the mountains. I love the summer activities in the mountains of Colorado, and the idea of having a small place there to call my own in intriguing. Maybe it is a fad for now, maybe not. But I can’t stop watching and commenting on what I like and don’t like. Could you go from a 2,000 square foot home to a size 10-20 percent of that? I don’t know if I could, but it sure is fun to wonder what if. Kate’s nearing mid-life in the middle of America raising her boys with her hubby building their dream one day at a time while feeling like she’s always in the middle of something.

This makes me think that it may be time to slowly begin the process of shedding items I don’t use or even need at this time. Crazy, I know. I don’t have a lot of things from my youth, and I don’t have a habit of buying or feel the need to have things. But we have lived in our house for 16 years. Over time, one does collect items, and they get stored somewhere, whether it is in the basement, a closet or guest room. I believe it is time to begin clearing out our home. This is the longest I have lived in one place ever in my life. I think it is safe to say I have a slight itch to move. I also don’t believe I need much to be happy or comfortable which leads me to the next thought about this tiny movement. I think I am interested in renting a tiny home to live in for a week. It would be best to do this without the boys, but maybe it would be an interesting trial for when they would be with us. I am sure a tiny space for two would feel very different with four people. It is definitely something to consider. A simpler, easier life is appealing as well. Just thinking about it makes me wonder about the ability and freedom to travel. Having less home means fewer expenses. The cost of heating and cooling would be dramatically reduced. I know what our home costs now, and we have a new HVAC system. I would imagine a tiny home of 600-750 square feet would be fairly comfortable and inexpensive to maintain. I don’t enjoy the upkeep of our home. I don’t enjoy dusting, vacuuming and cleaning toilets (not that anyone does). Don’t get me wrong, I feel good about it once it is done, but I do not

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